2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 433 kg more than 1998 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | Sienna |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |