2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 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 75 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1497 kg more than 2001 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 2001 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) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2630 mm |
