1999 Lexus ES vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Lexus ES.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lexus ES. 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 (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus ES | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Lexus | Dodge |
| Model | ES | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
