2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 201 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Traverse | Durango |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 102 L |