2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2012 Toyota Prius is newer by 5 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 101 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 314 kg more than 2012 Toyota Prius. 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 2012 Toyota Prius. 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 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2012 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Prius |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 40 L |