2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (376 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Durango | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 376 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 2326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |