2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC90 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 235 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2009 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Dodge | Volvo |
Model | Durango | XC90 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |