2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1169 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1948 Jeep CJ3A has manual transmission. 1948 Jeep CJ3A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Durango | CJ3A |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1948 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |
