1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Stagea | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Nissan | Dodge |
Model | Stagea | Nitro |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4544 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2764 mm |