2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer 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 145 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (158 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Explorer has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Explorer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Dodge Durango | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Explorer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |