2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1174 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Tahoe | Durango |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 102 L |