2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Dodge Charger were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 483 kg more than 2007 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Charger. 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 (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Nitro | Charger |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
