1998 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Durango. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 35 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 2013 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 (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Durango | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5152 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2011 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3000 mm |