2011 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 327 kg more than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Durango | 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Luxgen |
| Model | Durango | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2157 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1801 mm | 1768 mm |
