2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (157 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1157 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 48 L |
