2008 Opel GT vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel GT would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Opel GT. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 822 kg more than 2008 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Opel GT (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel GT has manual transmission. 2008 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel GT | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | GT | Durango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
