1999 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. 1999 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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.
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1999 Dodge Durango | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |