2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1992 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 515 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 60 L |
