2006 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1290 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Accord | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |