2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2008 Isuzu I-350
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Nitro and 2008 Isuzu I-350 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Dodge Nitro and 2008 Isuzu I-350 are equipped with a 3,699 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Isuzu I-350 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Isuzu I-350 should accelerate faster 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 Isuzu I-350 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Isuzu I-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro. 2008 Isuzu I-350 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. 2008 Isuzu I-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Isuzu I-350 | |
Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
Model | Nitro | I-350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |