2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 264 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Navara | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Navara | Nitro |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |