2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Optra and 2006 Dodge Durango were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Optra | Durango |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 102 L |