2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 5 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 725 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Durango | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
