2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 3 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 825 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Nubira | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 2138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 102 L |
