2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 338 kg more than 2004 GMC Yukon.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Yukon. 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Durango | Yukon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |