2003 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Morgan Aero 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Morgan Aero 8 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 801 kg more than 2003 Morgan Aero 8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro. 2011 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2003 Morgan Aero 8 has manual transmission. 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Morgan Aero 8 | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Morgan | Dodge |
Model | Aero 8 | Nitro |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 438 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1791 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2764 mm |