2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 201 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda.
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 (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Panda 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 | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Nitro | Panda |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 30 L |