2006 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 949 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Durango | S-MX |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |