2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 83 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, both vehicles can yield 393 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tahoe | Durango |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
