2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Optra and 2009 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 749 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Dodge Durango (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Optra | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 102 L |
