2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube 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 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 138 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Cube.
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, 2011 Nissan Cube, 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Nitro | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | Cube |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
