2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari 612. 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Nitro | 612 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 110 L |
