2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 4 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Nitro | R |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |