2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2004 GMC Envoy. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
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 Dodge Durango (380 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Durango | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 83 L |
