2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda NSX would be higher. At 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Honda NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 320 kg more than 2003 Honda NSX. 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 2003 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda NSX. (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2003 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 70 L |
