2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1998 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Plymouth Breeze. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 1998 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Nitro | Breeze |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 79 L |