2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2000 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. 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 2000 Plymouth Voyager. 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 (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Voyager. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2000 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Dodge | Plymouth |
Model | Nitro | Voyager |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |