2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Kia Pregio

To start off, both 2006 Dodge Durango and 2006 Kia Pregio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 147 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 343 kg more than 2006 Kia Pregio. 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 2006 Kia Pregio. 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 (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (176 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Durango 2006 Kia Pregio
Make Dodge Kia
Model Durango Pregio
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4703 cc 2665 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 83 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4150 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 12 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2343 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 65 L


 

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