2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 208 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1377 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |