2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 694 kg more than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1993 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
