2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2007 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 107 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (260 HP) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 107. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1747 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 107. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 107. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 107 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2007 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Nitro | 107 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 35 L |
