2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1013 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | S-MX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |