2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 197 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 389 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Durango | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
