2000 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 568 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Silverado | Durango |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 102 L |