2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic 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 212 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1671 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
