1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 516 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Durango | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2799 mm |
