1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 184 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Intrepid | Juke |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 214 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |