2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (334 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 292 kg more than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Nitro 2002 Porsche Cayenne
Make Dodge Porsche
Model Nitro Cayenne
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3952 cc 4511 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 334 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2537 kg 2245 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 14.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 100 L


 

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