2005 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Aviator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Aviator would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (302 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Durango. (290 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 Lincoln Aviator.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Lincoln | Dodge |
| Model | Aviator | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 93 L |
