2000 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 116 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
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, 2000 Acura Integra, 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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | Integra | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
