2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2002 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota FXS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota FXS would be higher. At 4,290 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Toyota FXS. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota FXS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 660 kg more than 2002 Toyota FXS. 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 Toyota FXS. 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 (319 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota FXS. (270 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota FXS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2002 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | FXS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 4290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
