2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 2011 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2011 Holden Caprice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm). This means 2011 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Nitro | 2011 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Nitro | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
