2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 598 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Fit. 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 (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Fit 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 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Durango | Fit |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 40 L |