2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram and 2005 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1478 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 152 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2670 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |