2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 5 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi R8 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 | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Audi |
| Model | Nitro | R8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
