2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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 89 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 407 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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 | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Durango | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |