2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Honda Z
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 Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1383 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z. 2005 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 35 L |
