2007 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Trafic 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 160 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic.
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 Renault Trafic, 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic. 2010 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Trafic | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Trafic | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
