2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 469 kg more than 2011 Honda Odyssey. 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 2011 Honda Odyssey. 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 (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Nitro | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2068 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 79 L |