2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1948 Simca 5
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 5 would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1578 kg more than 1948 Simca 5. 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.
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2005 Dodge Durango | 1948 Simca 5 | |
Make | Dodge | Simca |
Model | Durango | 5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1280 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |