2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (259 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (236 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1377 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Taurus X. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (249 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2009 Ford Taurus X | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Taurus X |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 259 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |