2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 113 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. 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 (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Nitro | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
