2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Cube. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 374 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Cube |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |
