2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 334 kg more than 2005 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 GMC Savana (488 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Durango | Savana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |
