2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Suburban (461 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Suburban | Durango |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 4702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 393 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 102 L |