2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager and 2009 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 474 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (279 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | Grand Voyager | Nitro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 2774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 280 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |