2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 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. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. 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 (454 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2789 mm |
