2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Ford S-Max
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Durango and 2008 Ford S-Max were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford S-Max (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford S-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2008 Ford S-Max 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2008 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
