2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |
