2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 4 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (288 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 163 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER. 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 (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
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2009 Dodge Durango | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Durango | CHARGER |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |