1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 9 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 1400. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 1400 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.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | 1400 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |