2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick.
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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Maverick 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 Maverick | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | Maverick |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |