2008 Dodge Ram vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 805 kg more than 1999 Honda City. 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 1999 Honda City | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | City |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |
