2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Pickup 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 78 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Pickup. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 578 kg more than 2004 Nissan Pickup. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Pickup. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Pickup. 2006 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2004 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2004 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2004 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | Pickup |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |