2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Durango 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) has 202 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
