2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Fiat Punto 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 131 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Punto. 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 (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Punto 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 Punto | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Nitro | Punto |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 47 L |