2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram 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 190 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 761 kg more than 2006 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
