1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 13 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 66 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 437 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. 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 2011 Mazda 5. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | 5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
