2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Ford Focus
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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus 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 101 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 529 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. 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) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (183 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Focus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 183 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1221 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |