2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. 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 2005 Ferrari 612. 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (410 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Nitro | 612 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 533 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 108 L |
