2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar 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 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 59 L |
