2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Nitro 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 13 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Nitro | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |