2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 38 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pickup. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pickup.
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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Nitro | Pickup |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |