2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 336 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Durango | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
