2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 3 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, 2010 Volkswagen Routan (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (236 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 247 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2010 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Durango | Routan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2096 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 78 L |