2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV 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 Nissan NV. 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 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | NV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 106 L |
