2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1999 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 261 kg more than 1999 Nissan Stagea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Stagea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 1999 Nissan Stagea | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Charger | Stagea |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2730 mm |