2008 Dodge Ram 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 Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram 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 10 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 673 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Ram | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 93 L |
