2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1998 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 195 kg more than 1998 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 Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1998 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tahoe | Durango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
