2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord 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 (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 64 L |
