1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 179 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Durango |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3030 mm |
