2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 GMC Savana. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 577 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
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 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Durango | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5699 cc | 5324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |