2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Ford F-250
To start off, 2004 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 964 kg more than 2001 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2004 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| 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 | 233 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3970 mm |
