2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 849 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Civic | Ram |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 552 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |