1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 15 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 667 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.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Durango | Suburban |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2642 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 |