2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango.
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, 2007 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Durango | Sierra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |