2007 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-150 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Ford | Dodge |
Model | F-150 | Durango |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3043 mm |