1999 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Durango | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3001 mm |
