2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 5 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 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 22 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 173 kg more than 2013 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Flex |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
