2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Pontiac G5
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Pontiac G5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac G5. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac G5.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Pontiac G5. 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 (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac G5. (206 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Nitro | G5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |