2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (327 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 398 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Durango | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 129 L |
