2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Highlander. 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 Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Nitro | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 73 L |