1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2009 Toyota Camry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 321 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Dodge Durango 2009 Toyota Camry
Make Dodge Toyota
Model Durango Camry
Year Released 1998 2009
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5210 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 223 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2005 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2780 mm


 

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