2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 891 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Durango | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 62 L |