2006 Dodge Durango vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1014 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda S2000. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Durango | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 58 L |
