2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Sedan would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 940 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. (97 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Sedan. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1967 Volkswagen Sedan has manual transmission. 1967 Volkswagen Sedan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Dodge Durango | 1967 Volkswagen Sedan | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Durango | Sedan |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 40 L |