2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 2 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 47 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT 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. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Nitro | GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 63 L |
