2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Honda NSX
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 NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 246 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2005 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Honda NSX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Nitro | NSX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |