2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 361 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Nitro | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 100 L |