2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1992 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 219 kg more than 1992 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1992 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Legend |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1420 mm |
