2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 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 55 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 721 kg more than 2007 Subaru Outback. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Durango 2007 Subaru Outback
Make Dodge Subaru
Model Durango Outback
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4703 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2279 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 17 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 64 L


 

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