2000 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 2000 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Escudo would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Durango (400 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Durango | Escudo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
