2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti EX weights approximately 27 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2009 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Durango | EX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 82 L |