2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 6 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, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 560 kg more than 2012 Acura RDX.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2012 Acura RDX | |
Make | Dodge | Acura |
Model | Durango | RDX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |