2007 Dodge Durango vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3050 mm |
