2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 181 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Nitro | Verada |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |