2005 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 634 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (305 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Accord | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
