2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1154 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Durango | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Dodge | Smart |
Model | Durango | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 33 L |