2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Durango and 2009 Tata Nano were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 305 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1360 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. 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 Tata Nano. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Nano 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Durango | Nano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 37 L |
