2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Durango and 2009 Honda Element were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Honda Element. (164 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Element.
Because 2009 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 2009 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element, 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Element has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Element will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Durango | 2009 Honda Element | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Durango | Element |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |