2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Honda Accord

To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine.

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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Ram 2008 Honda Accord
Make Dodge Honda
Model Ram Accord
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 0 HP
Torque 319 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 65 L


 

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