2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2011 Mazda B4000 is newer by 2 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 511 kg more than 2011 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B4000 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, 2011 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda B4000 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda B4000 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 | 2011 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 74 L |
