2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Ram. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 264 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram. 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, 2013 Honda Pilot, 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
