1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 321 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
