2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2012 Maybach 57
To start off, 2012 Maybach 57 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Maybach 57. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro 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, 2012 Maybach 57 (899 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2012 Maybach 57 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. 2012 Maybach 57 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2012 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maybach |
| Model | Nitro | 57 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3391 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 110 L |
