2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 3 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1169 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Durango | Sonata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 67 L |