2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica 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 20 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (190 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica.
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, 2000 Toyota Celica, 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 (319 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (177 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Celica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
