2009 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 451 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Sienna | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Sienna | Nitro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1803 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |