2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 4 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 75 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 18 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour 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. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| 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 | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
