2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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 (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Nitro | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
