2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Nitro and 2009 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 101 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 406 kg more than 2009 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Nitro | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 251 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |