2010 Ford F-150 vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2007 Dodge Nitro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-150 | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | F-150 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2352 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1887 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
