2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Seat Tango

To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango 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 52 more horse power than 2001 Seat Tango. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Tango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1033 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango. 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 2001 Seat Tango. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Tango. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Tango.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Durango 2001 Seat Tango
Make Dodge Seat
Model Durango Tango
Year Released 2006 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4703 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.1 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2343 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 3690 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1190 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 55 L


 

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