2011 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 392 kg more than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2011 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2011 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Jeep Wrangler | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Jeep | Dodge |
Model | Wrangler | Durango |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 528 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1936 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4404 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 93 L |