2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Exige. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Exige 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 21 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Exige. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Exige.
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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Exige. (172 Nm @ 6750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2006 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Dodge | Lotus |
Model | Nitro | Exige |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 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 | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 44 L |