2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 247 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2004 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Durango | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 98 L |
