1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 15 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, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 220 kg more than 2013 Infiniti M.
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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Durango | M |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |