2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 235 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 12 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1781 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |