1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 163 kg more than 1997 Nissan Patrol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Dodge Durango | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | Patrol |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |