2000 Dodge Maxx Cab vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro

To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.

Because 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab 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, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Dodge Maxx Cab 2007 Dodge Nitro
Make Dodge Dodge
Model Maxx Cab Nitro
Year Released 2000 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3360 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 74 L


 

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