2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
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, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Jaguar | Dodge |
Model | XK | Nitro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 74 L |