2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 52 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 529 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Trans Sport | Durango |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2279 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 |
