2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet S-10 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 117 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 809 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | S-10 | Durango |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3030 mm |
