2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 8 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, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 241 kg more than 2005 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Flex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2994 mm |
