2007 Acura TL vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 1 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 943 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TL. 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, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | TL | Durango |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 102 L |