2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Dodge Magnum
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Dodge Magnum were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Magnum. 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 Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2007 Dodge Magnum 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 Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Nitro | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 72 L |
