2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 989 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Express | Durango |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 102 L |