2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Dodge | Smart |
Model | Durango | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 33 L |