1999 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. Both 1999 Dodge Durango and 2008 Dodge Durango are equipped with a 4,701 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 304 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Durango | Durango |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
