2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1399 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (333 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 333 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 83 L |