2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Nitro | Patrol |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 135 L |