2005 Acura MDX vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 355 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (314 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | MDX | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 74 L |
