2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
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 (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Tundra. (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Tundra. 2002 Toyota Tundra 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. 2002 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Nitro | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3270 mm |