2005 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (157 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 212 kg more than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Land Cruiser | Nitro |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 74 L |