2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Nitro and 2005 Ford Freestyle were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestyle. 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) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | Freestyle |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 281 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |