2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 22 kg more than 2005 Honda Legend.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Legend. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Durango | 2005 Honda Legend | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Durango | Legend |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 68 L |