2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 83 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKS.
Because 2013 Lincoln MKS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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, 2013 Lincoln MKS (475 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2013 Lincoln MKS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Dodge | Lincoln |
| Model | Durango | MKS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 2036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |
