2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 4 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 35 more horse power than 2010 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 911 kg more than 2010 Kia Optima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2010 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Durango | Optima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 62 L |
