2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2002 Nissan Primera

To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 690 kg more than 2002 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Primera. 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 (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Primera. (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Primera.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Dodge Durango 2002 Nissan Primera
Make Dodge Nissan
Model Durango Primera
Year Released 2009 2002
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 1769 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 303 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5650 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1960 kg 1270 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 62 L


 

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