2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Nitro and 2009 Jaguar XF were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Nitro | XF |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1771 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 69 L |