2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (202 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (314 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
| Model | Nitro | XF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
