2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 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 1996 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 1996 Honda NSX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | NSX |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1370 kg |
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 | 132 L | 70 L |