2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall VX220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall VX220 would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1467 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. 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 2005 Vauxhall VX220. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
| Model | Durango | VX220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 54 L |
