2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 3 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 894 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango. 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 2012 Bentley Mulsanne. 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, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | Dodge | Bentley |
Model | Durango | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3266 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 96 L |