1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1139 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade. 2013 Dodge DURANGO has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge DURANGO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Ballade | DURANGO |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3042 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 93 L |