2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Durango | T5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 172 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 | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
