2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Peugeot 407 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 104 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407.
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 407, 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 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Nitro | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |