2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, both 2008 Dodge Durango and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 146 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.

Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Durango 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Dodge Suzuki
Model Durango Grand Vitara
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 2493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 303 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 5650 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3300 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 66 L


 

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