2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 10 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 129 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2001 Dodge Durango.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen T5. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5. 2001 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen T5 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Durango | T5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |
