2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1995 Honda NSX

To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram.

Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda NSX. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda NSX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Ram 1995 Honda NSX
Make Dodge Honda
Model Ram NSX
Year Released 2006 1995
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3700 cc 2975 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 216 HP 280 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7300 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 10.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 6350 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 4080 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L


 

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