2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 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 26 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 574 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2500. 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 (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Durango | B2500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4031 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2990 mm |