2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 528 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7. 2009 Mazda CX-7 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. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Nitro | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
