1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 527 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 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Expedition |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3023 mm |