2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 1999 Nissan Z
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Z would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Z. (197 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Z.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Z. (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 1999 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
