2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Durango and 2005 Vauxhall VX220 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1452 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Durango 2005 Vauxhall VX220
Make Dodge Vauxhall
Model Durango VX220
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4701 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 203 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2328 kg 876 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1120 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2340 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 54 L


 

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