2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Tahoe | Durango |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 2328 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 102 L |