2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (151 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 5. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda 5 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 | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
