Dodge Durango vs. Ram 1500
When we compare the Dodge Durango's and the Ram 1500's specifications and ratings, the Dodge Durango has the advantage in the areas of reliability and interior volume. The Ram 1500 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Dodge Durango's and the Ram 1500's specifications and ratings, the Ram 1500 is a better car than the Dodge Durango.
Dodge Durango vs. Ram 1500 Pricing
For a new model, the Dodge Durango's price is between $49,355 and $113,081, with the Ram 1500 priced between $46,289 and $85,004.
Dodge Durango vs. Ram 1500 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Dodge Durango loses 41.9 percent of its value and the Ram 1500 loses 35.2 percent of its value. This means the Ram 1500 retains 6.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Dodge Durango.
Dodge Durango vs. Ram 1500 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Dodge Durango is 8.1 out of 10 while the Ram 1500's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Dodge Durango being ranked 9 out of 22 Best 7-Seater SUVs and the Ram 1500 being ranked 3 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks.
Dodge Durango vs. Ram 1500 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Dodge Durango is 8.6 out of 10. For the Ram 1500 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Dodge Durango a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Ram 1500.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Dodge Durango’s base engine makes 293 horsepower, and the Ram 1500 base engine makes 305 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Dodge Durango has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and rear leg room. The Ram 1500 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Ram 1500 has higher safety ratings than the Dodge Durango, with an average rating of 4.73 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
49355 - 113081
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.418989
Pricing
New Asking Price:
46289 - 85004
Used Asking Price:
45142 - 81856
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.352069
Dodge Durango Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.114957 / 10
Reliability:
8.644872 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Ram 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.13966 / 10
Reliability:
8.48898 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.7 / 10
Dodge Durango Rankings
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59 out of / 66Ram 1500 Rankings
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19 out of / 19Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Not applicable
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
Not applicable
Available Bed Length(s)
67.4 inches, 76.3 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Dodge Durango Trim Levels
Citadel, GT, GT Plus, GT Premium, Pursuit, R/T, R/T Plus, R/T Premium, SRT 392, SRT 392 Plus, SRT 392 Premium, SRT Hellcat, SRT Hellcat Plus, SRT Hellcat Premium, SXT, SXT Plus
Ram 1500 Trim Levels
Big Horn, Laramie, Limited, Limited Longhorn, Lone Star, Rebel, Tradesman, TRX
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.73 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
293 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Max Payload:
1400 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
269 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7690 lbs
Max Payload:
2300 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
17.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
158.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
117.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4750 lbs
Width:
85.5 inches
Height:
72.1 inches
Length:
200.8 inches
Wheelbase:
119.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4771 lbs
Width:
82.1 inches
Height:
77.6 inches
Length:
228.9 inches
Wheelbase:
140.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
275/65R18