2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 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 76 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (134 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A 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 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nitro | A |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |