Suzuki SX4 vs. Dodge Nitro Review

Utility
The Dodge Nitro is likely a better choice than the Suzuki SX4 with respect to hauling capacity, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of gear or dogs. Neither the SX4 nor the Dodge has a marked advantage with respect to seating capacity.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Dodge Nitro packs quite a wallop and will knock the Suzuki SX4 down a few rungs. On the other hand, note that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Dimensions
The Dodge Nitro is substantially heavier than the Suzuki SX4. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Nitro than the SX4 because of its more capacious tank. The Suzuki SX4 and the Dodge compete for the same parking spaces. The Suzuki SX4's shorter wheelbase may produce a less-settled highway ride but a more maneuverable feel in daily traffic than the Dodge.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Suzuki SX4 to the dealership as the Dodge. Regarding MSRP, the Suzuki SX4 costs markedly less than the Dodge.

Handling
The Nitro has substantially bigger tires than the Suzuki. Keep in mind that wider tires can look and feel better, while smaller tires might improve gas mileage. With their comparable turning radii, the Suzuki SX4 and the Dodge Nitro very likely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Dodge Nitro has a more massive engine than the Suzuki SX4. Note that smaller engines are often cheaper to fix, but smaller engines can be stressed more. Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Nitro is tremendously more powerful than the Suzuki SX4. The Suzuki SX4 could learn a lesson or two from the Nitro as far as torque.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Dodge Nitro offers a bit more head room than the Suzuki SX4, there really isn't much of a difference. The ampler interior dimensions of the Dodge Nitro make it markedly more spacious for your passengers than the Suzuki SX4.

Overview
The Nitro and the Suzuki SX4 have the same basic after-sale protection. When it comes to warranty against rust, the Dodge has tremendously better coverage than the Suzuki SX4.