2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 4 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 587 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Durango | Charger |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |