2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 2 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. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 788 kg more than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | Xterra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 381 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |