2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Challenger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango 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 53 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Challenger. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Challenger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2009 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Durango | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
