2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Dodge | Subaru |
Model | Nitro | Forester |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |