2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 2 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 120 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 994 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. 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 2008 Kia Rio. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Durango | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 45 L |