2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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 2005 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |
