2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Sharan 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 637 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2006 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Sharan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2008 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Durango | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
