2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2001 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Accord. (264 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2001 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 40 L |
