Model Year | 2015 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Durango | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | 5.7L V8 OHV-2v 360 hp@5150 390 lb-ft@4250 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5400 306 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD w/low range | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.8 in | 109.8 in | 10 in |
Length | 201.2 in | 189.2 in | 12 in |
Width | 75.8 in | 75.2 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 70.9 in | 69.3 in | 1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 5330 lb. | 4505 lb. | 825 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 23.0 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.7 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 58.0 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 55.3 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 41.8 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.1 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 57.2 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 55.4 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 34.6 in | 4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 32.9 in | 4.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.4 in | 56.7 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.8 in | 48.4 in | -5.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.5 in | 24.1 in | 7.4 in |
Total Legroom | 110.4 in (over 3 rows) | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | 9.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 5.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.7 ft3 | 36.6 ft3 | 11.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.5 ft3 | 75.1 ft3 | 9.4 ft3 |
2015 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Dodge Durango.
2008 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
This is a vehicle designed for people 5 fett 11 inches and under - no two ways about it. If you are 5 feel 11 or over you will not enjoy this truck. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The consequence of reducing overall height while maintaining trail worthy obstacle clearance is a relatively low to floor seating position more attune to sedans. Seats are comfortable though even for a big framed person. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Seat position low to floor leaves you sitting with a knee high position. Seats itself are comfortable, but there is no space for your feet under the front seats. All floor surfaces are almost flat though considering it truck roots. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Not a power seat. Cannot get it into an optimum adjustment. see full Toyota 4Runner review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
No third row, cargo space small see full Toyota 4Runner review |