2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1173 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Civic. 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 (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1997 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2630 mm |
