2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Versa. 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 (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Versa 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 | 2008 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | Versa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |