2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 534 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 (800 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1990 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Nitro | XJR-11 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 741 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1020 mm |
