2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 2 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 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 49 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 359 kg more than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Nitro | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Nitro | Terracan |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |