2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Silverado | Durango |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 102 L |