2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 317 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Nitro | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |