2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 794 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. 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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Durango | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 86 L |
