2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram 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 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 436 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1798 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 | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 50 L |