1988 Citroen Mehari vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Mehari | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Mehari | Durango |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |