2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (173 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (400 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Durango | Touareg |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |