2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima 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 55 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Altima. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 989 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima. 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 2002 Nissan Altima. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Altima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 73 L |
