2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2010 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKS 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, 2010 Lincoln MKS (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Lincoln MKS (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2010 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Nitro | MKS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5184 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |
