2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 870 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Silverado | Durango |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
