2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Commercial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Commercial would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Commercial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Commercial weights approximately 3650 kg more than 2008 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Commercial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Commercial. (290 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Commercial.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Nitro | Commercial |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 5510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |