2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 128 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro. 2013 Nissan GT-R 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. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Nitro | GT-R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |