2000 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1009 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2000 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Durango. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Durango | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
