2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Durango | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |