2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 814 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Durango |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 102 L |
