2000 Acura Integra vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 116 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2008 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | Integra | Ram |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3580 mm |
