2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Eos would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. 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 (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Eos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Durango | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Durango | Eos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |