2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 8 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 124 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Durango | DURANGO |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 353 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 2262 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3042 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 93 L |