2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 964 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Express | Durango |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3043 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 93 L |