2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.

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 Saab 05-Sep, 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Nitro 2007 Saab 05-Sep
Make Dodge Saab
Model Nitro 05-Sep
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3699 cc 2290 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 75 L