2004 Porsche GT2 vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 363 kg more than 2004 Porsche GT2.
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, 2004 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro. 2011 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche GT2 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche GT2 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:
| 2004 Porsche GT2 | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | GT2 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 456 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
