2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Durango and 2009 Ford F-350 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 994 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford F-350. 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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 144 L |
