2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango. 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Durango | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |
