2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (236 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 387 kg more than 2007 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, 2004 GMC Sierra (489 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Durango | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 129 L |
