2002 Xedos 9 vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 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 99 more horse power than 2002 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2002 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 247 kg more than 2002 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Xedos 9 | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Xedos | Dodge |
| Model | 9 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2764 mm |
