2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla 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 130 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 725 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Nitro | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |