1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 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 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 635 kg more than 2006 Ferrari 612.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari 612. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2006 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ferrari |
| Model | Durango | 612 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 589 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2960 mm |
