2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (236 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 983 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Maxima. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Maxima. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Maxima has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Maxima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Dodge Durango | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | Maxima |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |