1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (125 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 449 kg more than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (247 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | Dodge |
| Model | Sapphire | Durango |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3435 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 102 L |
