2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Durango and 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 241 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 579 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen T5. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Durango | T5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |