We like the 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe's impressive safety lineup. The standard OnStar telematics system helps you solve problems with features like on-demand roadside assistance and turn-by-turn navigation. Antilock brakes and trailer-sway control give you authority over bad road conditions. The rearview camera makes parallel parking a snap.

The Dodge Durango also offers its share of modern safety equipment. The Uconnect Access telematics system provides emergency assistance and stolen vehicle tracking features. As with the Tahoe, you can add advanced systems to boost driver vigilance, including forward collision warning.

The 2015 Dodge Durango's cabin stands out from other models in its class. It features high-quality materials and an attractive design. Soft-touch surfaces set a luxurious tone. Front seats are both roomy and comfortable. The second row is equally enjoyable, with an abundance of head- and legroom. Fill 84.5 cubic feet of maximum cargo space with big grocery hauls and sporting goods.

The 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe also delivers an impressive amount of luxury. The front seats are supportive and spacious, offering plenty of comfort for long trips. Both rear rows provide family-friendly seating. With both rear seats folded, the Tahoe offers a maximum of 94.7 cubic feet of cargo space.

On the road, the 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe is smooth and refined. Its standard V8 power makes it easy to move around with a heavy load of passengers and gear. The new electric-assist power steering system creates impressively precise steering. At highway speeds, the cabin remains quiet and serene.

The Durango offers well-mannered driving dynamics in most situations. On the highway, you can expect a smooth, comfortable ride. The eight-speed automatic transmission downshifts in a timely manner, giving you the power to accelerate quickly.

The 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe's comes standard with an impressively powerful engine, making it our pick in this important category. Its 5.3-liter V8 engine makes 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque. Choose between two- and four-wheel drive for enhanced performance. The six-speed automatic transmission produces a smooth, comfortable ride.

The 2015 Dodge Durango comes standard with a 3.6-liter V6 engine rated for 290 horses and 260 pound-feet of torque. Add the dual-exhaust system to increase output to 295 horses. Upper trim models come with a 5.7-liter V8 engine the makes 360 horses and 390 pound-feet of torque. As with the Tahoe, both two- and four-wheel drive are available.