2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 202 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Durango | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |
