2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 448 kg more than 2004 Holden Statesman. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2004 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Durango | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
