1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 10 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | Armada |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5550 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3140 mm |