2000 Dodge Ram vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 819 kg more than 2009 Honda HR-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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Ram | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3906 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
