2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Nitro and 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (215 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Nitro | Outback |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |