2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (151 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1377 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape. 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 2009 Ford Escape. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 57 L |
