2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2010 Volvo XC60 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. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Nitro | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
