2001 Dodge Durango vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 93 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Durango weights approximately 795 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2001 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Durango | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 233 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
