2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Nitro and 2005 Honda HR-V 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 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 556 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2005 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V 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 | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Nitro | HR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |