2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 784 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Expedition |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 106 L |