2006 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 840 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. 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, 2006 Honda Accord, 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 (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |
