2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 GMC Envoy. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 202 kg more than 2008 GMC Envoy. 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Durango | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 83 L |
