2007 Dodge Nitro vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sportage. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sportage.
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 (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Nitro | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Nitro | Sportage |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1645 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 58 L |