2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 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 @ 5300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-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 2012 Honda CR-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 (380 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Durango | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 58 L |
