2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 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 2011 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Durango |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
