2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 2 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 831 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota iQ, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | iQ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 32 L |
