2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda CR-V 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 182 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1462 kg more than 1999 Honda CR-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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.6 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2962 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2620 mm |
