2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 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 (331 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1875 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. 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 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 989 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 42 L |
