2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (340 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (380 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (179 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Durango | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 179 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |