2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Nitro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2005 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Nitro | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |