2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota MR2 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 60 more horse power than 2005 Toyota MR2. (150 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1073 kg more than 2005 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2005 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | MR2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 48 L |