2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Durango and 2006 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 102 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Durango | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |