2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (400 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4687 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
