2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B4000 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 23 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 689 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000. 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) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Durango | B4000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4029 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 74 L |