2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 657 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
