2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, both 2007 Dodge Nitro and 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 106 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.

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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (251 Nm @ 190 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf
Make Dodge Volkswagen
Model Nitro Golf
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3699 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 190 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
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 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 55 L


 

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