2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 7 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 60 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1101 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 344 Nm |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2864 kg | 1763 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |