2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Ram | Durango |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 552 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 102 L |