2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 152 kg more than 2004 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-150. (388 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 132 L |
