2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 4 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 89 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Nitro | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 71 L |
