1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 14 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Dodge Durango. 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 2012 Honda Odyssey. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Durango | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |