2006 Honda Odyssey 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 Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Odyssey | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Odyssey | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 552 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 98 L |