2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 450 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Avalanche | Durango |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 102 L |