2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 846 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Nitro | Durango |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 102 L |