2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 193 kg more than 1997 Ford F-150.
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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2328 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3050 mm |
