2004 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 129 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.

Because 2004 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Dodge Durango (319 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (315 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Dodge Durango 2006 Honda Accord
Make Dodge Honda
Model Durango Accord
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3704 cc 2999 cc
Horse Power 210 HP 253 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 315 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2119 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.4 L/100km 6.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.9 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 65 L


 

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