2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 4 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, 2011 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 71 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango. 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 2011 Ford Taurus. 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 (408 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Taurus |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 337 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2868 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 72 L |