2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz G and 2008 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 415 kg more 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 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
Model | G | Nitro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |