1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 169 kg more than 2007 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Primera |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2690 mm |