2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 204 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | 4Runner | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 2157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 93 L |
