2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1998 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 612 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1998 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Pilot | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |