2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Ford Territory
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 Territory. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Territory 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 101 more horse power than 2006 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Territory weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Territory. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Dodge Durango (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Territory. (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Territory.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Territory |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 3983 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |
