2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 337 kg more than 2005 Dodge Dakota. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Nitro | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 83 L |
