2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Maybach 57
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maybach 57. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maybach 57 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Maybach 57.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maybach 57. 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, 2005 Maybach 57 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2005 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2005 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maybach |
| Model | Durango | 57 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 110 L |
