2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 752 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (314 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | F-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 6801 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 621 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 110 L |