2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2001 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1338 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. 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 2001 Hyundai Elantra. 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 (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Elantra. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2001 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Nitro | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
