1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 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 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 582 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Dodge Ram (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V. 2006 Honda CR-V 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. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5208 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
