2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Ram | Nitro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 552 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 74 L |