2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 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 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 63 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 481 kg more than 2010 Toyota Avensis. 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 2010 Toyota Avensis. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Nitro | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |