2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. (363 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider 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 | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Durango | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 110 L |
