2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 4 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 82 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 604 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 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 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 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 (408 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo 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 | 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Dodge | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Durango | MiTo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |
