2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 383 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Charger | Durango |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 368 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 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 | 1960 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 102 L |