2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 7 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 439 kg more than 2013 Ford EDGE.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford EDGE. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford EDGE. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford EDGE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | EDGE |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2223 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
