2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Sentra 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 (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 790 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sentra. 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 1999 Nissan Sentra. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sentra. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Sentra 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1999 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2440 mm |
