2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lancia K. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lancia K would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Lancia K. (201 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1997 Lancia K. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Lancia K. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lancia K. 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lancia K. (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lancia K.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Nitro | K |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
