2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 140 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1238 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2005 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
