2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Toyota Stallion
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 Stallion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Stallion 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 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Stallion. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Stallion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Toyota Stallion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Stallion. (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Stallion. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Stallion has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Stallion 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 Toyota Stallion | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Stallion |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1336 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
