2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 199 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 716 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Durango | Accent |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |
