2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2012 Ferrari FF
To start off, 2012 Ferrari FF is newer by 4 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari FF (651 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari FF should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Ferrari FF.
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, 2012 Ferrari FF (683 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Nitro. 2012 Ferrari FF 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. 2012 Ferrari FF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 2012 Ferrari FF | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Nitro | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 651 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 683 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1379 mm |
