2000 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2000 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 823 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen W12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Durango | W12 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
