1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 262 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar XK | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
Model | XK | Nitro |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |