2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (345 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-150. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |
