2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 36 kg more than 2006 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Silverado | Durango |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5358 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2379 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 102 L |