2003 Dodge Durango vs. 2000 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 515 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
Because 2003 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda NSX. 2003 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Durango | 2000 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | NSX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
