2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 482 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler 200. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Dodge | Chrysler |
| Model | Durango | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |
