2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Nitro and 2009 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Nitro | XK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 71 L |