2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Marcos TSO
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 599 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Marcos TSO. 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO 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 | 2005 Marcos TSO | |
| Make | Dodge | Marcos |
| Model | Durango | TSO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2290 mm |
