2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Nitro | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |