2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1577 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (448 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Vamos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |
