1993 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2000 Nissan President
To start off, 2000 Nissan President is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan President weights approximately 385 kg more than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Dodge Intrepid | 2000 Nissan President | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Intrepid | President |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3040 mm |