1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 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 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Honda Pilot.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
