2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Viper. 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro. 2005 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Viper has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Viper 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 | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Nitro | Viper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 8357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 760 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
