2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 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 1998 Honda S2000. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S2000. (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 11.7:1 |
| 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 | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
