1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 13 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 481 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 1998 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
