2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 680 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Nitro | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |