| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
| Model | Dodge Nitro | Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 260 hp@5200 265 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 108.8 in | 118.9 in | -10.1 in |
| Length | 178.9 in | 205.0 in | -26.1 in |
| Width | 73.1 in | 78.4 in | -5.3 in |
| Height | 69.9 in | 70.4 in | -0.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3971 lb. | 5066 lb. | -1095 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -2.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.4 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 62.0 in | -4.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.8 in | 59.1 in | -2.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 41.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.8 in | 39.4 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 61.3 in | -4.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.4 in | 57.8 in | -10.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 36.8 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | -32.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 32.1 | 68.8 ft3 | -36.7 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.2 ft3 | 116.4 ft3 | -51.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Dodge Nitro.
| 2010 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The headrest position is horrible for long trips. Felt like my head was being pushed forward. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |