1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 14 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 6 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.
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, 2012 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Taurus |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2868 mm |