2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2010 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 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 140 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, 2010 Land Rover Defender 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, both vehicles can yield 360 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2010 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2010 Land Rover Defender 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 | 2010 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Nitro | Defender |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 24.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |