1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
