2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V 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 206 more horse power than 2006 Honda FR-V. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2006 Honda FR-V. 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 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2006 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |
