2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 983 kg more than 2008 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Avanti | Dodge |
| Model | Studebaker | Durango |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5952 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 3030 mm |
