2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 22 kg more than 2004 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 2008 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Durango | Savana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |
