2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Ford Territory

To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Ford Territory were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.

Because 2007 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory 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 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Nitro 2007 Ford Territory
Make Dodge Ford
Model Nitro Territory
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3699 cc 3984 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 13.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 76 L


 

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