2003 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2003 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 194 kg more than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2003 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Dodge Durango | 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2920 mm |