2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 2008 Daewoo Evanda
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Daewoo Evanda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Daewoo Evanda would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2008 Daewoo Evanda. (129 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2008 Daewoo Evanda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Daewoo Evanda. 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, 2008 Daewoo Evanda, 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Evanda. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Evanda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Daewoo Evanda | |
| Make | Dodge | Daewoo |
| Model | Nitro | Evanda |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
