2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 809 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Durango | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
