2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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 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 77 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 908 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. 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 2010 Mazda 6. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
