2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
