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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 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 550 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 369 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 | 8277 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 344 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1763 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 26.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |