Dodge Durango vs. Jeep Grand Cherokee Review

Handling
With their comparable turning radii, the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Dodge Durango most definitely handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Dodge Durango's engine is substantially more massive than the Jeep Grand Cherokee's. Remember that bigger engines may use more gasoline than smaller ones. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Dodge Durango is considerably more powerful than the Grand Cherokee. The Jeep could learn a lesson or two from the Dodge Durango when it comes to pickup.

Utility
Drivers with frequent child-duty might favor the Dodge Durango over the Jeep Grand Cherokee. The Dodge Durango is a better choice than the Jeep Grand Cherokee in terms of hauling capacity, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of gear or big animals.

Convenience
The Jeep's fuel tank will need to be replenished somewhat more often than the unit in the Dodge Durango.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Durango's front cabin compared to the Jeep. The Dodge Durango is not particularly more spacious for your passengers than the Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Durango than the Jeep Grand Cherokee because of its larger tank. The Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Durango compete for the same parking spaces. The Jeep's shorter wheelbase will give a nimbler feel in daily traffic. However, the Dodge Durango is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Jeep Grand Cherokee to the dealership as the Dodge. The Dodge Durango will tax your gasoline budget considerably more than the Jeep Grand Cherokee will. The Jeep Grand Cherokee isn't much costlier than the Dodge with respect to MSRP.

Warranty
The Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Durango have the same basic after-sale protection.