2002 Dodge Razor vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Razor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Razor would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Razor. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Razor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1500 kg more than 2002 Dodge Razor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Razor. (312 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Razor. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 2002 Dodge Razor has manual transmission. 2002 Dodge Razor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Razor | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Razor | NV |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 106 L |
