2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 353 kg more than 2013 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. 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, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Nitro | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 87 L |