2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Durango (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 497 kg more than 2004 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
