2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus IS 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 5 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS.
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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Dodge | Lexus |
Model | Nitro | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |