2011 Dodge Nitro vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 504 kg more than 2011 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Nitro | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Nitro | Ram |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 2336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1791 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |