2003 Honda Life vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1517 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Life | Ram |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3569 mm |