1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 485 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Durango | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
