2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | Altima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |