2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Ford Galaxy 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 171 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Galaxy. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Galaxy 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 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
