2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
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 (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Nitro | Element |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |