2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 207 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 237 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 372 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. 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 2007 Peugeot 207. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Durango | 207 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1319 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |
