2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nitro | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 5547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 463 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |