2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 729 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | 400 R |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 471 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |