2011 Dodge Nitro vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Nitro (260 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC90. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2011 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC90. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC90. 2011 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2012 Volvo XC90 has manual transmission. 2012 Volvo XC90 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 | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Nitro | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1832 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1791 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
