2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 13 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 220 kg more than 2013 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Venza. 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 (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Durango | Venza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
