2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2003 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 600 kg more than 2003 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2003 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
