2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Nitro | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
