2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2005 Dodge Durango and 2005 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (153 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 943 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Dodge Durango 2005 Ford Focus
Make Dodge Ford
Model Durango Focus
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4703 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 153 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 393 Nm 172 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 87.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2328 kg 1385 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4480 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 55 L


 

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