2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Ford Explorer
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 Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Ford Explorer. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Explorer.
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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2001 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |
