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2007 Dodge Nitro

Engine Size and Type: 3.5-liter V6 (Base; SLT); 4.0-liter V6 (R/T)
Engine Horsepower: 210 at 5,200 rpm (3.5L); 255 at 5,800 rpm (4.0L)
Engine Torque: 235 lb.-ft at 4,000 rpm (3.5L); 275 lb.-ft. at 4,000 rpm (4.0L)
Transmission: Six-speed manual (Base); Four-speed automatic (SLT); Five-speed automatic (R/T)
Curb Weight: 3,932 - 4,151 lbs. (est.)
Length: 178.9 inches
Width: 73.1 inches
Wheelbase: 108.8 inches
Height: 69.9 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: Five
Max. Cargo Volume: 66.9 cu.-ft.
Max. Towing Capacity: 2,000 - 5,000 lbs.
Competitors: Acura RDX, Chevrolet Equinox, Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, Hummer H3, Hyundai Santa Fe, Jeep Compass, Jeep Liberty, Jeep Patriot, Kia Sorento, Mazda CX-7, Mazda Tribute, Mercury Mariner, Mitsubishi Endeavor, Nissan Murano, Nissan Xterra, Pontiac Torrent, Saturn Vue, Subaru Outback, Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota FJ Cruiser, Toyota RAV4.

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