2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
