2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 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 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 865 kg more than 2008 Ford Explorer. 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2008 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2890 mm |
