2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 631 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. 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 Honda Fit. 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 (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Nitro | Fit |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |
