2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2002 Toyota Will
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 Will. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Will would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Will (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 870 kg more than 2002 Toyota Will.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Will. 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 (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Will. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Will. 2002 Toyota Will 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 Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 2002 Toyota Will | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Will |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
