2011 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 628 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Insight | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Insight | Nitro |
Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |