2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1371 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 5400 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 | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 115 L |
