2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 530 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche Cayman. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Nitro | Cayman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1304 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2415 mm |