2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Civic | Ram |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1691 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 4080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |