2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. 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 40 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta. 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 1998 Lancia Delta. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Durango | Delta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 61 L |
