2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
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 Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 527 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (369 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |
