2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 100 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Infiniti M. 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 (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Durango | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 75 L |