1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Ford Flex
To start off, 2010 Ford Flex is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Flex weights approximately 23 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Flex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2010 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Flex |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2995 mm |
