2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1243 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. 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 2013 Nissan Cube. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | Cube |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
