2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,995 cc, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Nitro | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2995 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 21.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2015 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |