{"id":1319,"date":"2020-01-24T13:00:38","date_gmt":"2020-01-24T18:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.autobison.com\/?p=1319"},"modified":"2020-01-24T15:41:51","modified_gmt":"2020-01-24T20:41:51","slug":"comparison-dodge-durango-vs-chevrolet-traverse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.autobison.com\/2020\/01\/comparison-dodge-durango-vs-chevrolet-traverse\/","title":{"rendered":"Durango vs. Traverse: Powerhouse SUV or Spacious Crossover?"},"content":{"rendered":"
With the news that the Durango would be refreshed soon, we wondered whether the current model still has what it takes to remain competitive in its segment, which includes newer models such as the Ford Explorer, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, and Chevrolet Traverse. In this article, we take a look at how the Durango measures up to the Chevrolet Traverse.<\/p>\n
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Although they may seem like similar vehicles, there are many differences between the Traverse, and Durango. The Traverse is a crossover, based on a more space-efficient FWD platform, with AWD available, and has a single engine option: GM’s corporate 3.6L V6. Meanwhile, the Durango is a true SUV based on a RWD layout with available AWD, and three engine choices: a 3.6L V6, a 5.7L V8, and a 6.4L V8. With available V8 power and a RWD layout, the Durango clearly prioritizes performance while the Traverse places a greater emphasis on cargo capacity and passenger comfort. Let’s take a look at how the exterior dimensions compare.<\/p>\n
<\/th> | Dodge Durango<\/th> | Chevrolet Traverse<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Length<\/td> | 201.2\"<\/td> | 204.3\"<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Width<\/td> | 75.8\"<\/td> | 78.6\"<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Height<\/td> | 70.9\"<\/td> | 70.7\"<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Wheelbase<\/td> | 119.8\"<\/td> | 120.9\"<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n As you can see on the table above, the Traverse is larger in every dimension aside from height, where it’s two-tenths of an inch shorter than the Durango. Despite being 3.1 inches longer overall than the Durango, the Traverse’s wheelbase is only 1.1 inches longer, so GM clearly took advantage of this length to add space to the third-row and cargo compartment.<\/p>\n Now, let’s take a look at how the interior dimensions compare between these two models, a very important comparison for buyers in this segment.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Durango vs Traverse Interior Dimensions<\/h2>\n\n
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