2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 3 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Ford Escape (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 132 L |
