1995 Toyota Century vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Century | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Century | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
