2003 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2003 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 800 kg more than 2003 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Donkervoort D8 | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
Model | D8 | Juke |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |