2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Proton Impian
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Nitro and 2005 Proton Impian 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 107 more horse power than 2005 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Proton Impian. 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 2005 Proton Impian. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Proton Impian | |
Make | Dodge | Proton |
Model | Nitro | Impian |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |