Dodge Durango 2013 vs Volkswagen Amarok 2016
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.6 Petrol | 3.0 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Dodge Durango) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Volkswagen Amarok) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 294 HP | 204 HP | |
| Torque: | 353 NM | 500 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | n/a seconds | 8.6 seconds | |
| Dodge Durango engine produces 90 HP more power than Volkswagen Amarok, but torque is 147 NM less than Volkswagen Amarok. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.2 | 7.8 | |
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The Volkswagen Amarok is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Dodge Durango consumes 3.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Amarok, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Dodge Durango could require 510 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 93 litres | 80 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 830 km in combined cycle | 1020 km in combined cycle | |
| 980 km on highway | 1090 km on highway | ||
| Volkswagen Amarok gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 207 mm (8.1 inches) | 192 mm (7.6 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Dodge Durango can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
| Dodge Durango 2013 3.6 engine: The variable valve timing regulators, oil pump, water pump, and thermostat are known for their limited lifespan. Another common issue is the clogging of oil channels with wear particles.
After ... More about Dodge Durango 2013 3.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.11 m | 5.25 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | 1.95 m | |
| Height: | 1.80 m | 1.83 m | |
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Dodge Durango is smaller. Dodge Durango is 14 cm shorter than the Volkswagen Amarok, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Dodge Durango is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Seats: | 7 seats | 5 seats | |
| Trunk capacity: | 490 litres | no data | |
| Trunk capacity with 7 seats: | 490 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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| Turning diameter: | 12.5 meters | 13 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Dodge Durango is 0.5 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Amarok, which means Dodge Durango can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`948 kg | 2`920 kg | |
| Net weight: | 2`184 kg | 2`053 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 764 kg | 867 kg | |
| Dodge Durango load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 13 procentiem less than Volkswagen Amarok. Therefore, Volkswagen Amarok is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 25 200 | 33 400 | |
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