1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 508 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Durango | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3302 mm |
