2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Suzuki Splash
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Durango and 2009 Suzuki Splash were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 252 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 641 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Splash. 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 2009 Suzuki Splash. 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 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2009 Suzuki Splash | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Durango | Splash |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |