2011 Dodge Nitro vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2011 Dodge Nitro and 2011 Suzuki SX4 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 592 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4, 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki SX4. 2011 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki SX4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Nitro | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Nitro | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1791 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
