2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 9 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 119 kg more than 2013 Dodge DURANGO.
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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 93 L |
