2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 10 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Durango. (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 271 kg more than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2838 mm |
