2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Durango. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 968 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2007 GMC Savana | |
Make | Dodge | GMC |
Model | Durango | Savana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 117 L |