2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 65 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (238 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 609 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 @ 3950 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sequoia. (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |