2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Toyota 4Runner.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Durango | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2138 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 87 L |