2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2002 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet S-10 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 92 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 873 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. 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 Dodge Durango (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Durango | S-10 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3130 mm |