2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 432 kg more than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Dodge |
| Model | Cutlass | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |
