2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Lada 21
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Nitro and 2009 Lada 21 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Lada 21. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 646 kg more than 2009 Lada 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lada 21. 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada 21. (131 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada 21.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2009 Lada 21 | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Nitro | 21 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 43 L |