2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Sentra. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |
