2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Durango and 2009 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1163 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-V. 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 2009 Honda HR-V. 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 (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2009 Honda HR-V 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 HR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
