2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP) has 305 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (225 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 167 kg more than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (306 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Intrepid | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3228 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 530 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2779 mm |
