2005 Dodge Nitro vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 5 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Dodge | Audi |
Model | Nitro | Q7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3002 mm |