2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 6 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Challenger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Dodge Challenger (637 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Durango | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 2404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |
