2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | 6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
