2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1994 Nissan President
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan President weights approximately 199 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 1994 Nissan President | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | President |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |