2006 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan X-Trail | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | X-Trail | Nitro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |