2008 Acura RL vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 2 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, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Acura | Dodge |
Model | RL | Durango |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 102 L |