2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 668 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.
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 DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 DURANGO | |
Make | Dodge | Dodge |
Model | Durango | DURANGO |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5150 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3042 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 93 L |