2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1509 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | Prelude |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2590 mm |