2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2009 Honda Stream
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Durango and 2009 Honda Stream were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 217 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 526 kg more than 2009 Honda Stream. 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 Stream. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Stream 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 Stream | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | Stream |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
