2007 Acura RDX vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura RDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura RDX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | RDX | Nitro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2764 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |