2003 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2003 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 645 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. 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, 2003 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Durango | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
