2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Honda Civic

To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.

Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 2005 Honda Civic. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Dodge Ram 2005 Honda Civic
Make Dodge Honda
Model Ram Civic
Year Released 2006 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 1684 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 216 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 6350 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 4080 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 50 L


 

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