2003 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 615 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
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2003 Dodge Durango | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Durango | Beetle |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2537 mm |