2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 41 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. 2008 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan X-Trail | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | X-Trail | Nitro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |