2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 411 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Nitro | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 280 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
