2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2001 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Durango. 2001 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Dodge Durango | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
Model | Durango | 550 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |