2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 975 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Civic | Durango |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 2157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3043 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
