2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | CRX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2380 mm |
