2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Holden UTE
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Holden UTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden UTE would be higher. 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 136 more horse power than 2005 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Holden UTE. 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 2005 Holden UTE. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2005 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Durango | UTE |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
