2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2002 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Ipsum 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 52 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (158 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Ipsum.
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, 2002 Toyota Ipsum, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2002 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Nitro | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 61 L |
