2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 398 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro. 2005 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Nitro | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |