1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Nissan President
To start off, 1999 Nissan President is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Nissan President.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan President. 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 (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 1999 Nissan President | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | President |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |