2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
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 Sierra (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Nitro | Sierra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1869 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 98 L |