2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
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 Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 449 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 382 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 79 L |