2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
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 Dodge Durango (454 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux. 2000 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Durango | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3090 mm |
