2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 749 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Nitro | Discovery |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 82 L |