2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,883 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. 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 (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2003 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5883 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 119.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |
