2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Durango | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2233 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2881 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |