2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage 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 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Nitro | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |
