2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster.
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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2006 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2006 Smart Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Dodge | Smart |
Model | Nitro | Roadster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 35 L |