2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro. 2013 GMC Yukon 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 Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Nitro | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 119 L |
