2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 84 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Nitro | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |