2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2010 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2010 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Ram 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 102 more horse power than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Odyssey. 2010 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2010 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 5133 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1778 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 79 L |