2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 158 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Nitro | Accord |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
