2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rodius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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 14 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 357 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Nitro | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
