1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 14 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Durango | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
