1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 269 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Armada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |
