2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 838 kg more than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. 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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1997 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Durango | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
