2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 407. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Peugeot 407. 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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Durango | 407 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 67 L |