2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 94 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Nitro | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 48 L |