2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 7 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, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 272 kg more than 2012 Acura ZDX.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Durango | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 79 L |
