2000 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2000 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 315 kg more than 2000 Dodge Durango.
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, 2000 Dodge Durango (454 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Terrano II. 2000 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
