1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 14 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin Rapide. 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, 2012 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2012 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Dodge | Aston Martin |
| Model | Durango | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |
