2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (236 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 146 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Silverado | Durango |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2197 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 102 L |