2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2004 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall VX220 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall VX220. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2004 Vauxhall VX220 | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Nitro | VX220 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 36 L |