2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1084 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Dodge DURANGO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (150 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 2262 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
