2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (206 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 111 kg more than 1995 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Fairlane |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2930 mm |