2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1395 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Durango | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 49 L |
