1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 569 kg more than 1972 Dodge Charger.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Charger. 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Charger | Durango |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |
