2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
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 Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (328 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 73 L |
