2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Honda Insight
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Insight would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 852 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2005 Honda Insight | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | Insight |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |