2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1997 Toyota Supra
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 Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 340 kg more than 1997 Toyota Supra.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Supra. 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, 1997 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1997 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
