2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 38 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Nitro | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |