2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
