2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2004 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2004 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | SSR | Durango |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2119 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 102 L |