2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 7 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 222 kg more than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Durango | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4684 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1798 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 85 L |