2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ 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, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1993 Jaguar XJ has manual transmission. 1993 Jaguar XJ 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 | 1993 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Nitro | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
