2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (176 HP @ 1600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 207 (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Nitro | 207 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
