2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (236 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 259 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Durango | Routan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 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 | 2084 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1953 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 |