2008 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 3,906 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 790 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2003 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Odyssey | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Odyssey | Ram |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 3906 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |