2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic 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 214 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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 (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic 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. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2006 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5883 cc | 1339 cc |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 73 L |