2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Nissan President
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 438 kg more than 1996 Nissan President.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan President. 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, 1996 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 1996 Nissan President | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | President |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 394 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3040 mm |