2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Durango would be higher. 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 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 604 kg more than 2005 Dodge Durango.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 353 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |