2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (320 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Prelude. (212 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Prelude. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
