2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 347 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
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2009 Dodge Durango | 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Dodge | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Durango | Phantom |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6091 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1638 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 100 L |