2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Azera 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Azera (260 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 628 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Azera. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Azera. (316 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2011 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Durango | Azera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |
