2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (314 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 73 L |
