2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 5 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 238 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Durango | CHARGER |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |