2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 6 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Savana.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2013 GMC Savana 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. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Nitro | Savana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 117 L |