Dodge Durango vs. Land Rover LR2 Review

Performance
In terms of horsepower, the Dodge packs quite a punch and will knock the LR2 down a few rungs. However, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums. With that kind of horsepower, the Dodge Durango is a true sports car.

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the Land Rover LR2 and the Dodge Durango most definitely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Dodge Durango has a larger engine than the Land Rover. Remember that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder. The Land Rover could learn a lesson or two from the Durango with respect to torque.

Utility
Drivers with frequent child-duty might favor the Dodge Durango over the Land Rover LR2. The Dodge Durango is likely a better choice than the Land Rover LR2 with respect to transporting cargo, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of equipment or sizeable animals. Towing is significantly more the Dodge Durango's forte than it is the Land Rover LR2's.

Convenience
The Land Rover LR2's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the Durango.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Durango offers a bit more head room than the Land Rover LR2, there honestly isn't much of a difference. While the rear of the Dodge offers a bit more head- and leg-room than the Land Rover LR2, there honestly isn't much of a difference.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Durango than the Land Rover LR2 because of its bigger tank. The Land Rover LR2 and the Dodge compete for the same parking spaces. The Land Rover LR2's shorter wheelbase will likely give a more maneuverable feel in daily traffic. However, the Dodge Durango is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.

Cost
With respect to fuel economy, the Land Rover LR2 bests the Dodge Durango. The Dodge Durango requires a lot of gasoline compared to the Land Rover LR2. Regarding MSRP, the Durango doesn't cost much less than the Land Rover.

Warranty
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the Dodge Durango isn't quite as generous as the Land Rover's.