2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2000 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 709 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2000 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Durango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
