2007 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro

To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.

Because 2010 Dodge Nitro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Dodge Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Honda Accord 2010 Dodge Nitro
Make Honda Dodge
Model Accord Nitro
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2353 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 166 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 359 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4544 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1857 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1775 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2764 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.9 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 74 L


 

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