2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 100 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 620 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
