2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford E-250 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 78 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-250. (389 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | E-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 132 L |
