2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 1233 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Expedition |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
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 | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 106 L |