2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Range Rover. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Nitro has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Nitro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
Model | Nitro | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 104 L |