2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2003 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 405 kg more than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2003 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Durango | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
