2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 981 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 13.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 106 L |