2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 267 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia.
Because 2004 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Durango | Proudia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2217 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
