2002 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2002 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2002 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Dodge Durango | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Durango | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |