2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 872 kg more than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2000 Dodge Durango (454 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. 2000 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Durango | Touran |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
