2009 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 457 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | 2011 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | RAV4 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
