2000 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 562 kg more than 2000 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 Dodge Durango (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Durango | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
