1999 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1999 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Skyline. (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Skyline. 1999 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
