2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Econovan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Econovan would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 89 kg more than 2004 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2004 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Econovan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2210 mm |