1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 244 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Durango | Durango |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |