2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 794 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Durango | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 458 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 129 L |