2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (184 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Durango | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |
