2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 943 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (393 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Durango | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |