2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 143 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford F-150. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3520 mm |
