Model Year | 2013 | 2010 | |
Model | Dodge Durango | Ford Fusion | |
Engine | 5.7L V8 OHV-2v 360 hp@5150 390 lb-ft@4250 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.8 in | 107.4 in | 12.4 in |
Length | 199.8 in | 190.6 in | 9.2 in |
Width | 75.8 in | 72.2 in | 3.6 in |
Height | 70.9 in | 56.9 in | 14 in |
Curb Weight | 5176 lb. | 3638 lb. | 1538 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 17.5 gal. | 7.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 38.7 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 57.4 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 54.0 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.3 in | 42.3 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.8 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 56.5 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 53.3 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 37.1 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.4 in | 0.0 in | 50.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 42.8 in | 0.0 in | 42.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.5 in | 0.0 in | 31.5 in |
Total Legroom | 110.4 in (over 3 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 31 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.7 ft3 | 16.5 | 31.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 84.5 ft3 | 16.5 ft3 | 68 ft3 |
2013 Dodge Durango Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | The Durango's relatively narrow width, a plus for handling, has the opposite impact on interior room. These are very much two sides of the same coin. Because the Durango's cabin isn't terribly wide it feels more agile than wider SUVs. But three passengers in the second row don't have as much space to spread out--those in a Nissan Pathfinder enjoy a couple more inches of shoulder room--and only two people can sit in the third row. (The Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, and GM's large crossovers all have three belts back there.) Leg room in the Durango is much more competitive, but still a few inches short of class leading. This said, comfort isn't only a matter of interior dimensions. Both of the Durango's rear rows are well-upholstered and positioned higher off the floor than the three-row crossover norm. This benefits both thigh support and outward visibility. The Hyundai Santa Fe isn't far off in this regard, but the Nissan Pathfinder's seats are much closer to the floor, and less hospitable to adults as a result. Among the three, I'd prefer to be a rear seat passenger in the Dodge. Among large conventional SUVs, the Ford Expedition has a more comfortable third row, but the Chevrolet Tahoe (which retains a live rear axle despite a comprehensive redesign for the 2015 model year) doesn't come close. And the foot-shorter 4Runner? Its XXS third-row seat is best saved for emergencies. On the other side of the ledger, the Durango does have a higher floor than the typical car-based crossover. Getting in and out isn't as easy. This vies with curb weight as the top disadvantage of the Durango's conventional SUV configuration. see full Dodge Durango review |
2013 Dodge Durango Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There was very little bolstering on the sides of the seat bottoms. I was not able to find a comfortable seating position in the Durango see full Dodge Durango review |
2010 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are very comfortable, and provide very adequate support for long trips. Side support isn't the very best for hard cornering though. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Limited legroom. see full Ford Fusion review |