2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 6 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 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 513 kg more than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |