2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 810 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Durango | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |