2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic 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 128 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic 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 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
