2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 180 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.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Durango | Express |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 2432 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |
