2010 Volkswagen Routan vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 133 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Routan | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
Model | Routan | DURANGO |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2096 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 3042 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 93 L |