2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Nitro and 2005 Jaguar S-Type were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 149 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Nitro | S-Type |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 293 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |