2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Nitro and 2008 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 62 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 3. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Nitro | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |