2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (382 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 33 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Monaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2004 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2004 Vauxhall Monaro 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.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2004 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Durango | Monaro |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |