1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 410 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJ220.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro. 2011 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1992 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
Model | XJ220 | Nitro |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3492 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 542 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 642 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2764 mm |