2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 136 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Nitro | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2774 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 67 L |