2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 15 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
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 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2007 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. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Nitro | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
