2007 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti and 2007 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Lacetti | Nitro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |