2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2001 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Sportage 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 84 more horse power than 2001 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Sportage weights approximately 97 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 2001 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Nitro | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |