2000 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Ram | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | Durango |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
