2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Fit. 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Nitro | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Nitro | Fit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |
