2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2010 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2010 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 751 kg more than 2010 Fiat Ducato. 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 2010 Fiat Ducato. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2010 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Nitro | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
