2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City 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 209 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 749 kg more than 2002 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 3950 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda City has manual transmission. 2002 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2002 Honda City | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | City |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
