2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Nitro and 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Nitro | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 284 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |