2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 239 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 50 L |
