2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 365 kg more than 2009 Jeep Liberty. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Durango | Liberty |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 74 L |