2005 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 35 L |
