2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2002 Honda Acty
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Acty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Acty 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 48 more horse power than 2002 Honda Acty. (127 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Acty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2002 Honda Acty. 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 2002 Honda Acty. 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) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Acty. (139 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Acty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2002 Honda Acty | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Nitro | Acty |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 840 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
