2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 388 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Trans Sport | Durango |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
