2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 395 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911. 2013 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Dodge | Porsche |
| Model | Nitro | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 301 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1978 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1292 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
