2003 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2003 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Intrepid | 1990 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Intrepid | Santana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
