2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 TVR T 440 R.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 TVR T 440 R. 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, 2008 TVR T 440 R (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (408 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 TVR T 440 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR T 440 R has manual transmission. 2008 TVR T 440 R 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 | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
| Make | Dodge | TVR |
| Model | Durango | T 440 R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 434 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
