Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | |
Model | Dodge Durango | Infiniti JX | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6400 248 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.8 in | 114.2 in | 5.6 in |
Length | 199.8 in | 196.4 in | 3.4 in |
Width | 75.8 in | 77.2 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 70.9 in | 67.8 in | 3.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4913 lb. | 4419 lb. | 494 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 19.5 gal. | 5.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 40.7 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 60.3 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 56.8 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.3 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.3 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 60.4 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 55.8 in | 0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 41.7 in | -3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 36.5 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.4 in | 57.1 in | -6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.8 in | 42.0 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.5 in | 30.8 in | 0.7 in |
Total Legroom | 110.4 in (over 3 rows) | 114.8 in (over 3 rows) | -4.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | 1.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.7 ft3 | 40.8 ft3 | 6.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.5 ft3 | 76.5 ft3 | 8 ft3 |
2013 Dodge Durango Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The Durango's relatively narrow width, a plus for handling, has the opposite impact on interior room. These are very much two sides of the same coin. Because the Durango's cabin isn't terribly wide it feels more agile than wider SUVs. But three passengers in the second row don't have as much space to spread out--those in a Nissan Pathfinder enjoy a couple more inches of shoulder room--and only two people can sit in the third row. (The Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, and GM's large crossovers all have three belts back there.) Leg room in the Durango is much more competitive, but still a few inches short of class leading. This said, comfort isn't only a matter of interior dimensions. Both of the Durango's rear rows are well-upholstered and positioned higher off the floor than the three-row crossover norm. This benefits both thigh support and outward visibility. The Hyundai Santa Fe isn't far off in this regard, but the Nissan Pathfinder's seats are much closer to the floor, and less hospitable to adults as a result. Among the three, I'd prefer to be a rear seat passenger in the Dodge. Among large conventional SUVs, the Ford Expedition has a more comfortable third row, but the Chevrolet Tahoe (which retains a live rear axle despite a comprehensive redesign for the 2015 model year) doesn't come close. And the foot-shorter 4Runner? Its XXS third-row seat is best saved for emergencies. On the other side of the ledger, the Durango does have a higher floor than the typical car-based crossover. Getting in and out isn't as easy. This vies with curb weight as the top disadvantage of the Durango's conventional SUV configuration. see full Dodge Durango review |
2013 Dodge Durango Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There was very little bolstering on the sides of the seat bottoms. I was not able to find a comfortable seating position in the Durango see full Dodge Durango review |
2013 Infiniti JX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | I'm struggling to come up with a fifth reason for buying the Infiniti JX. Not because the rest of the vehicle is bad, but because in the great majority of aspects it's neither notably good nor notably bad compared to competitors. They're all fairly quick, smooth, and quiet. If I have to pick a fifth reason, then it's third row room and comfort. A Buick Enclave has a roomier third row, but both the Acura MDX and the Audi Q7 do worse. This said, the second row must be slid forward to provide legroom to people in the third row. The seats in both rearward rows are of the low-mounted, flat-cushioned variety typical of the segment, so they're not very comfortable for adults. You'll find a more adult-friendly second row in some large crossovers, especially those from Ford and Lincoln. see full Infiniti JX review |
2013 Infiniti JX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Amazing rear seat comfort and even 3rd row seats are awesome!! I am 6'4" (with a longer torso) and I can get in the car easy, and sit comfortably in the 3rd row!! Great DVD system and air climate control for the rear seated passangers. see full Infiniti JX review |
2013 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Awesome. Great layout of everything. The most comfortable seats I have ever sat in. Great for long drives over 3 hours. I wish my Toyota 4unner seats were as comfortable; they are only good for about 1 hour, max. see full Infiniti JX review |