2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Hyundai XG 350
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai XG 350 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 16 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (194 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 687 kg more than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. 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 2005 Hyundai XG 350. 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 (320 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. (293 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai XG 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Durango | XG 350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |
