2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 141 kg more than 2004 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Avalon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (447 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Avalon. (279 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2004 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 279 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |