2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Dodge Durango. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Durango | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |
