Voodoo 5.2 V8 vs Duratec 2.5
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
Duratec 2.5
BUY
82/100
+10 points over Voodoo 5.2 V8
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
Voodoo 5.2 V8
Ford
0
/ 100
BUY
Duratec 2.5
Ford
Specifications
Voodoo 5.2 V8
Duratec 2.5
Brand
Ford
Ford
Verdict
ACCEPTABLE
BUY
Reliability
72
82
Years
2016--2020
2005--2014
Displacement
5163 cc
2521 cc
Layout
V8
I5
Type
Petrol Na
Petrol Na
Power
526 hp
166--172 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€0--€1,000
€150--€350
Character
Voodoo 5.2 V8
"Mustang Shelby GT350. Flat-plane crank — Ferrari-like sound from a Ford. Oil consumption by design (track-focused). Some early units had engine tick (valve train). Otherwise very solid."
Duratec 2.5
"Focus ST (pre-EB)/Mondeo/S-Max. Volvo-derived 5-cyl. Smooth, adequate torque. Timing belt service needed."
Issues Comparison
Voodoo 5.2 V8 1
● MODERATE
Valve train tick (early units)
Duratec 2.5 1
○ MINOR
Coolant system (same family as 2.0)