2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | CR-V | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 98 L |
