2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2950 mm |
