2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 1 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 431 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.
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 Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Tahoe | Durango |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
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 | 320 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1769 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 |