2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Kia Optima
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Optima 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Kia Optima. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 856 kg more than 2005 Kia Optima. 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 Kia Optima. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Optima. (241 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2005 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Durango | Optima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
