2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 5 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 106 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2010 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Durango | Traverse |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2173 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5207 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 83 L |
