2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Equinox and 2008 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 611 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Equinox | Nitro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |