2025 Dodge Durango vs. 2024 Dodge Hornet Review

Picture of the 2025 Dodge Durango

2025 Dodge
Durango

MSRP*: $41,995 to $97,425
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2024 Dodge
Hornet

MSRP*: $31,400 to $46,400
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MPG - City 12 - 18 MPG 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 17 - 25 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 85.1 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 293-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 295-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 360-hp, 5.7-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 710-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 268-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 288-hp, 1.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 295 - 710 hp 268 - 288 hp
Towing Capacity 6,200 - 8,700 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 200.8 - 201.0 in 178.0 in
Exterior Width 75.8 - 76.4 in 82.0 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 38.6 in
Info not available
Head Room Front 39.9 in
Rear 39.8 in
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*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Dodge Durango, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Dodge Hornet.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Dodge Durango is somewhat more expensive than the Dodge Hornet.

Dimensions
Since the Dodge Durango is much slimmer than the Dodge Hornet, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Dodge Durango, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Dodge Hornet.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Dodge Durango is clearly the choice over the Dodge Hornet for pulling heavy loads. The Dodge Durango has a little more horsepower than the Dodge Hornet.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Dodge Durango does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Dodge Hornet.

Utility
The Dodge Durango offers greater seating capacity than the Dodge Hornet, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.