2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2001 Nissan HyperMini
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan HyperMini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan HyperMini would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 406 kg more than 2001 Nissan HyperMini.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (314 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan HyperMini. (130 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan HyperMini.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2001 Nissan HyperMini | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | HyperMini |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |
