2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8. 2010 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2004 Donkervoort D8 has manual transmission. 2004 Donkervoort D8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Donkervoort D8 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Dodge |
| Model | D8 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2764 mm |
