2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Z 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 259 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1577 kg more than 2003 Honda Z. 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
