2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar R Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar R Coupe would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R Coupe.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar R Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro 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, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 2003 Jaguar R Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Nitro | R Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
