2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 680 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2004 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Durango | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 42 L |
