2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 94 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 390 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Nitro | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |