Honda Hornet vs Ducati Multistrada 620 Dark (2006)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Hornetstacks up against the Ducati Multistrada 620 Dark. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda HornetDucati Multistrada 620 Dark
Model year19992006
Price
Engine600 cc618 cc
Horsepower94 hp62 hp
Torque62 Nm6 Nm
Weight183 kg
Seat height31 mm33 mm
Fuel capacity4.2 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed6-speed
Front brakesDual discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires130/70-ZR16 / 180/55-ZR17 120/60-ZR17 / 160/60-ZR17

Honda Hornet vs Ducati Multistrada 620 Dark — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Hornet and the Ducati Multistrada 620 Dark usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Hornet brings 94 hp, while the Ducati Multistrada 620 Dark counters with 62 hp at 183 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: