2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Charger | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |
