2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Ram weights approximately 759 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V. 2000 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | HR-V | Ram |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
