2002 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Durango.
Because 2002 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tundra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Durango | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Durango | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3710 mm |
