2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 753 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 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 2004 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (319 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (279 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Durango | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 62 L |