2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG TF would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF.
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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | Dodge | MG |
| Model | Nitro | TF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
