2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2008 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Sedici. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Sedici would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 426 kg more than 2008 Fiat Sedici. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Nitro | Sedici |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.1 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
