Dodge Durango 1998 5.9 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Dodge Durango 1998 5.9 SLT AWD has been produced from January, 1998 to December, 2004. It has eight-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 5.9 litres, which produces power of 250 horsepower on 4000 rpm - this is the most powerfull Dodge Durango 1998 - 2004 version and torque 454 Nm (Newton metres) on 3200 revolutions per minute.
This 8-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 360 up to 600 thousand kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Dodge Durango 5.9 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.7 litres.
Dodge Durango 1998 5.9 SLT AWD has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
The maximum speed of this car is 180 km/h.
Dodge Durango 1998 5.9 SLT AWD fuel consumption is 19.2 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (5.2 km/l), city fuel economy - 23.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 16.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 95 litres or 25.1 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 480 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 560 kilometers on highway.
Dodge Durango 1998 5.9 SLT AWD technical data
| Model: | Dodge Durango 5.9 SLT AWD | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
| Production period: | 1998. January ... 2004. December | ||
| Engine: | 5895 cm3 Petrol, 8 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
| Power: | 250 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 454 NM ON 3200 RPM |
| Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
| Top speed: | 180 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 19.2 (combined) 23.5 (urban) 16.6 (highway) | ||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 95 litres (25.1 gallons) | ||
| Car dimensions: | 4.91m (length) 1.82m (width) 1.80m (height) | ||
| Ground clearance: | 201 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle) | ||
| Seats: | 8 seats | ||
| Trunk capacity: | 532 litres | ||
| Trunk max capacity: | 2482 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
| Gross weight: | 2903 kg | ||
Dodge Durango 1998 5.9 SLT AWD engine EML
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
| Engine displacement | 5899 cm3 |
|---|---|
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Bore (cylinder diameter) | 101.6 mm |
| Stroke length (piston move) | 90.9 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.7 : 1 |
| Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Dodge Durango 1998 5.9 SLT AWD oil type | 5W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 4.7 litres (5 quarts) |
| Power | 230 - 250 HP ON 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 - 470 NM ON 3200 RPM |
| Engine manufacturer | Jeep |
| Start of production (year) | 1992 |
| Duration of production | 11 years |
| Engine also used on | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
All Dodge Durango crossover [1998 - 2004] modifications
| Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Drive type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Dodge Durango 1998 3.9 4x4
Jan 1998 — Dec 2001 Most fuel efficient version |
3.9 Petrol | 177 HP | 14.2 l/100km | All wheel |
| Dodge Durango 2000 4.7 i V8 Jan 2000 — Dec 2004 | 4.7 Petrol | 238 HP | 14.9 l/100km | Rear wheel |
|
Dodge Durango 2000 4.7 i V8 AWD
Jan 2000 — Dec 2004 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.1 seconds |
4.7 Petrol | 238 HP | 15.4 l/100km | All wheel |
| Dodge Durango 1998 5.2 4x4 Jan 1998 — Jan 2004 | 5.2 Petrol | 236 HP | 16.8 l/100km | All wheel |
|
Dodge Durango 1998 5.9 4x4
Most powerfull version (250 HP) |
5.9 Petrol | 250 HP | 16.5 l/100km | All wheel |
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Dodge Durango 1998 5.9 SLT AWD
Most powerfull version (250 HP) |
5.9 Petrol | 250 HP | 19.2 l/100km | All wheel |