2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi Q7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi Q7 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 31 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q7. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Nitro. (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Audi | Dodge |
| Model | Q7 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |
