2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Commander (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2008 Jeep Commander has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Commander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Nitro | Commander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |